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'He represents a population desperate for change’, Bobi Wine’s lawyer tells RFI

Uganda's election on Thursday will see incumbent Yoweri Museveni, in power since 1986, seeking a seventh mandate – at the age of 81, in a country where 55 percent of the population is under 20. Supporters of his main rival, Bobi Wine, say he embodies hope for change. Robert Amsterdam,…

Radio France Internationale

Senegal 1-0 Egypt: Africa Cup of Nations semi-final – as it happened

Sadio Mané fired the winner as Senegal beat Egypt to reach the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

The Guardian - UK

Uganda’s autocratic political system is failing its people – and threatens the region

When he was first sworn in as Uganda’s president in 1986, Yoweri Museveni declared that his victory represented a “fundamental change”. He promised that Ugandans would no longer die at the hands of fellow citizens. He also criticised African leaders who sought international prestige while their people lacked food, healthcare…

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Early humans relied on simple stone tools for 300,000 years in a changing east African landscape

Our prehistoric human ancestors relied on deliberately modified and sharpened stone tools as early as 3.3 million years ago. The selection of rock type depended on how easily the material could be flaked to the desired shape and form.

The Conversation

‘The locals don’t really benefit’: the dark side of Detty December party season

What began as a welcoming home for many in the global Black diaspora is threatening to cause frictions that no amount of fun can resolve

The Guardian - UK

Morocco's Regragui: the future of African football is right here, right now

Morocco head coach Walid Regragui hailed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as the standard for future competitions as his players went through their final paces for their Wednesday night clash against Nigeria in Rabat.

Radio France Internationale

Nigeria: Victor Osimhen handed key role in Africa Cup of Nations semi-final amid Wilfred Ndidi ban

Osimhen will have added responsibility for Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final clash

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Nigeria midfielder Iwobi hails team of brothers ahead of Morocco test

Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi paid tribute to the side's esprit de corps as the squad went through its final preparations for Wednesday night's semi-final against hosts Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Radio France Internationale

Nigeria vs Morocco: AFCON semi-final prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Super Eagles targeting second consecutive Africa Cup of Nations final as they face tournament hosts

Evening Standard

Is Morocco ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup? Afcon indicates yes

The Africa Cup of Nations has been a brilliant display for a continent carrying no doubt about quality on the pitch

The Guardian - US

Mangrove loss is making the Niger Delta more vulnerable: we built a model that can track how the forests are doing

Rivers State on Nigeria’s coastline has some of Africa’s largest mangrove ecosystems. The Niger Delta itself contains the third-largest mangrove forest in the world. These trees support fisheries, biodiversity and the livelihoods of thousands of people.

The Conversation

Stablecoins are gaining ground as digital currency in Africa: how to avoid risks

A notification popped up on my LinkedIn the other day. Africans were doing a traditional celebratory dance at the Africa Stablecoin summit in Johannesburg.

The Conversation

Africa’s largest city is being reshaped as the price of sand increases

The changes to the lagoon that buffers the megacity of about 17 million people are unmistakable

The Independent UK

Fossils discovered in Morocco shed light on our African roots

Where did our species first emerge? Fossils discovered in Morocco dating back more than 773,000 years bolster the theory that Homo sapiens originally appeared in Africa, scientists said in a study this week.

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The Independent UK

Man cycling from Cork to Mount Everest to raise money for children’s wards

Daragh Cronin is hoping to raise 30,000 euro for paediatric care at Cork University Hospital.

Digital Camera World

Meet the wildlife photographer buying up land in Africa to protect animal habitats, using money he makes with his camera

Chris Fallows will be able to use his recent HIPA prize to invest more in conservation projects in Namibia

The Conversation

Africa’s climate finance rules are growing, but they’re weakly enforced – new research

Climate change is no longer just about melting ice or hotter summers. It is also a financial problem. Droughts, floods, storms and heatwaves damage crops, factories and infrastructure. At the same time, the global push to cut greenhouse gas emissions creates risks for countries that depend on oil, gas or…

The Independent UK

Kenyan women lost their husbands and then their land. But some are fighting back

Thousands of widows in western Kenya face losing their land after their husbands die

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Why the new US ambassador to South Africa could strain relations even further

Leo Brent Bozell III, the conservative activist picked by President Donald Trump to represent the United States in South Africa, is preparing to begin his new role as ambassador after being confirmed by the US Senate. A history of opposition to the country's ruling party during its struggle against apartheid…

Radio France Internationale

Macron seeks to reset France's Africa policy amid shrinking influence

President Emmanuel Macron has called for a “rebalanced”, “equal-to-equal” partnership between France and African countries, signalling a continued shift away from the military-heavy approach that long defined France’s presence on the continent.

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Cocoa Prices Plummet as Exporters Hedge Against the Upcoming West African Harvest

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today is down -706 (-11.62%). March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) is down -451 (-10.33%). Cocoa prices are plummeting today, with NY cocoa falling to a 6-week low and London cocoa sliding to a 1-month low. Cocoa exporters are taking advantage of this...

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Over half of African states subjected to travel bans or visa bonds by US

Of Africa’s 54 countries, 36 are now subject to either travel bans or visa bonds by the United States. African states are the prime target of President Donald Trump's latest round of travel restrictions, which he says are aimed at protecting national security and preventing visitors overstaying.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa’s joint drills a show of influence in the Indian Ocean

Launching on Friday, South Africa's joint naval exercise with China, Russia and Iran goes beyond manoeuvres at sea. The drills signal determination to project influence in southern Africa, a region that holds growing strategic importance for Moscow and Beijing.

The Independent UK

Iran, Russia and China join for naval drills in South Africa as tensions run high

China, Russia, and South Africa are long-standing Brics members

Times Life

5 Wild Animals That Look Harmless but Are Extremely Dangerous

We have a vivid imagination of dangerous animals; they have sharp teeth, their roar is enough to dry one's throat. But the world is made up of exceptions. Some of the most dangerous animals on Earth look very calm, cute, slow and even harmless. Neither do they chase nor do…

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